2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Malibu | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
